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Canadian Olympic Committee Revokes Coach's Credentials Amid Abuse Allegations

Rana Reider, coach to top sprinters, loses accreditation following new information on past misconduct.

  • Rana Reider, coach of Olympic medalist Andre De Grasse, had his credentials revoked by the Canadian Olympic Committee.
  • The decision came after new information surfaced about Reider's past, including allegations of sexual and emotional abuse.
  • Reider was previously on probation with the U.S. Center for SafeSport until May this year.
  • Three lawsuits have been filed against Reider in Florida, alleging various forms of abuse.
  • The revocation means Reider will not be present to coach his athletes during the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympics.
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